The Basics On Flaxseed Oil
What is Flaxseed Oil?
From seeds of the flax plant; a source of fatty acids like omega-3.
What are other names for Flaxseed Oil?
FLAX OIL, LINUM USITATISSIMUM (FLAX) OIL, and LINUM USITATISSIMUM OIL
What is Flaxseed Oil used for?
Flaxseed oil applied topically plumps the skin and helps to repair the skin’s cells, showing a marked improvement in elasticity, firmness, tone and texture. … It’s beneficial for the rehydration of dry, itchy skin because the essential fatty acids prevent the skin from drying out and keep it moist.
How Flaxseed Oil is classified
Antioxidants, Plant Extracts
Recommendations for using Flaxseed Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Flaxseed Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Flaxseed Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Flaxseed Oil from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Flaxseed Oil
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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